Long-Bristled Brush

ABSTRACT

A long-bristled brush has a handle, a base, and a set of bristles. The handle is ergonomically designed to facilitate extended usage by individuals with both large and small hands. The base is a rigid connector platform that has a flat portion and a curved portion with the flat portion being used to accommodate larger hands than the curved portion. The base is connected in between the handle and the bristles to enable a user to manipulate the long-bristled brush when performing cleaning operations. Each of the bristles is designed to resist plastic deformation and thus includes a bristle body and a reinforcement insert. The reinforcement insert is a semirigid rod that is integrated into the bristle body so that the bristles return to a substantially straight configuration after being bent. The long-bristled brush employs these components to clean hard-to-reach places on a vehicle or other device.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to a cleaning device. More specifically, the present invention relates to a long-bristled brush used to clean hard-to-reach places.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Automobiles require a significant amount of maintenance throughout their lifetime. In addition to parts breaking down and fluids needing to be replenished, a user cannot neglect the work required to clean the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. The work required to clean the vehicle increases the overall aesthetic appeal and value of the user's vehicle. However, there are often hard to reach places on the vehicle which can become encrusted with dirt, grime, and other materials abundant in the natural world. Further, the surface of the vehicle is often easily marred by abrasive tools and excessive force. Thus, proper tools must be employed to maintain the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle.

The present invention provides a cleaning tool that enables a user to access hard to reach areas of the vehicle. The present invention, the long-bristled brush, is a brush with bristles that resist becoming permanently deformed, even after extended use. The present invention employs an ergonomic handle that enables the user to easily maneuver the brush bristles and prevents fatigue, even after extended use. Additionally, the present invention employs bristles with a frayed tip that enable the brush to clean hard to reach areas within the grill, the wheels, and the lug nuts of a vehicle. Further, the frayed tips create a soft touch that enables the present invention to be used to clean delicate surfaces without marring the surfaces.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is an isometric perspective view of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a left-side view of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of a single bristle used of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention where the handle is extended from the base platform.

DETAIL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE INVENTION

All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. It is important to note that, as used herein, “a” and “an” each generally denotes “at least one,” but does not exclude a plurality unless the contextual use dictates otherwise. When used herein to join a list of items, “or” denotes “at least one of the items,” but does not exclude a plurality of items of the list. Finally, when used herein to join a list of items, “and” denotes “all of the items of the list.”

The following detailed description refers to the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers are used in the drawings and the following description to refer to the same or similar elements. While many embodiments of the disclosure may be described, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible. For example, substitutions, additions, or modifications may be made to the elements illustrated in the drawings, and the methods described herein may be modified by substituting, reordering, or adding stages to the disclosed methods. Accordingly, the following detailed description does not limit the disclosure. Instead, the proper scope of the disclosure is defined by the appended claims. The present disclosure contains headers. It should be understood that these headers are used as references and are not to be construed as limiting upon the subjected matter disclosed under the header.

Other technical advantages may become readily apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art after review of the following figures and description. It should be understood at the outset that, although exemplary embodiments are illustrated in the figures and described below, the principles of the present disclosure may be implemented using any number of techniques, whether currently known or not. The present disclosure should in no way be limited to the exemplary implementations and techniques illustrated in the drawings and described below.

Unless otherwise indicated, the drawings are intended to be read together with the specification, and are to be considered a portion of the entire written description of this invention. As used in the following description, the terms “horizontal”, “vertical”, “left”, “right”, “up”, “down” and the like, as well as adjectival and adverbial derivatives thereof (e.g., “horizontally”, “rightwardly”, “upwardly”, “radially”, etc.), simply refer to the orientation of the illustrated structure as the particular drawing figure faces the reader. Similarly, the terms “inwardly,” “outwardly” and “radially” generally refer to the orientation of a surface relative to its axis of elongation, or axis of rotation, as appropriate. As used herein, the term “dorsal” refers to positions that are located near, on, or towards the upper or top side of a structure.

The present disclosure includes many aspects and features. Moreover, while many aspects and features relate to, and are described in the context of detection of presence of one or more intruder devices., embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to use only in this context.

Automobiles require a significant amount of maintenance throughout their lifetime. In addition to parts breaking down and fluids needing to be replenished, a user cannot neglect the work required to clean the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. The work required to clean the vehicle increases the overall aesthetic appeal and value of the user's vehicle. However, there are often hard to reach places on the vehicle which can become encrusted with dirt, grime, and other materials abundant in the natural world. Further, the surface of the vehicle is often easily marred by abrasive tools and excessive force. Thus, proper tools must be employed to maintain the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle.

The present invention provides a cleaning tool that enables a user to access hard to reach areas of a vehicle. The present invention, the long-bristled brush, is a brush with bristles that resist becoming permanently deformed even after extended use. The present invention employs an ergonomic handle that enables the user to easily maneuver the brush bristles and prevents fatigue even after extended use. Additionally, the present invention employs bristles with a frayed tip that enable the brush to clean hard to reach areas within the grill of a vehicle, wheels, and lug nuts. Further, the frayed tips create a soft touch that enables the present invention to be used to clean delicate surfaces without marring the surfaces.

Referring to FIG. 1 through FIG. 6, the preferred embodiment of the present invention is a long-bristled cleaning brush designed to resist curling. The long bristles of the brush are equipped with frayed ends that facilitate cleaning hard to reach areas of a vehicle. To achieve the above-described functionality, the brush comprises a handle 1 a base 2 and a plurality of bristles 3. Each of the plurality of bristles 3 comprises a bristle body 31 and a reinforcement insert 32. The bristle body 31 forms the exterior structure of the bristle 3 and defines the bristle's overall shape. The reinforcement insert 32 is a semirigid rod that is integrated into the bristle body 31 and oriented along a longitudinal axis of the bristle body 31. Thus, the reinforcement insert 32 acts as a shape-retaining splint that prevents the bristle body 31 from becoming permanently deformed while performing a cleaning operation. The term cleaning operation is used herein to refer to actions including, but not limited to sweeping, washing a vehicle, dusting, and scraping a grill. Preferably, the bristle body 31 and the reinforcement insert 32 are constructed using durable materials including, but not limited to plastics, rubber, metal, and natural fibers. The handle 1 is ergonomically shaped and designed to prevent fatigue while performing cleaning operations for an extended period of time. The base 2 is a rigid connection mechanism that functions as a mounting point for the plurality of bristles 3. That is, the handle 1 is mounted adjacent to the base 2 and a fixed end 311 of the bristle body 31 for each of the plurality of bristles 3 is mounted adjacent to the base 2, opposite to the handle 1. Accordingly, a user is able to maneuver the plurality of bristles 3 into tight spaces while performing the cleaning operation by grasping the handle 1 and pressing a fixed end 311 of the plurality of bristles 3 against the surface being cleaned. Preferably, the present invention is constructed from waterproof materials that will not degrade after extended exposure to water, paints, solvents, and caustic materials.

Referring to FIG. 2, as described above, the handle 1 is an ergonomic component that is designed to facilitate performing cleaning operations. Accordingly, the handle 1 comprises an arched support 11, a plurality of ridges 12, and a textured liner 12. The arched support 11 is a rigid member that is designed to sit comfortably in the user's hand. Additionally, the base 2 is connected in between a first end 111 and a second end 112 of the arched support 11. Consequently, the user's hand is protected from banging into, or rubbing against the surface being cleaned. The plurality of ridges 12 is laterally connected to the arched support 11 and positioned in between the arched support 11 and the base 2. As a result, the plurality of ridges 12 prevents the user's hand from slipping while the user is performing vigorous cleaning operations or cleaning with a slippery fluid. This non-slip functionality if bolstered by through the use of the textured liner 12 that is superimposed onto the handle 1. Additionally, some embodiments of the textured liner 12 are constructed using with sweat-absorbing materials that prevent the user's hand from sliding out of place while performing the cleaning operation.

Referring to FIG. 2 and FIG. 4, as described above, the base 2 is designed to connect the plurality of bristles 3 to the handle 1. To facilitate this functionality, the base 2 comprises a contoured platform 21 and at least one bristle receptacle 22. The contoured platform 21 is designed to facilitate retaining the plurality of bristles 3 in orientations that facilitate cleaning hard to reach areas. Specifically, the contoured platform 21 comprises a curved portion 211 and a flat portion 212 where the curved portion 211 is positioned adjacent to the flat portion 212. Thus, providing the user with options for using the appropriate portion of the present invention when cleaning surfaces of varying shape and configuration. The bristle receptacle 22 traverses into the contoured platform 21 to form a mounting mechanism for the plurality of bristles 3. Additionally, the fixed end 311 of the plurality of bristles 3 is mounted within the bristle receptacle 22. Consequently, the bristle receptacle 22 functions to prevent the plurality of bristles 3 from becoming dislodged. In some embodiments, the bristle receptacle 22 uses an adhesive to retain the plurality of bristles 3. Further embodiments are designed with a force-applying band that presses against the plurality of bristles 3 to prevent the bristles 3 from becoming dislodged. In an alternative embodiment the present invention features a plurality of bristle receptacles 22. In this embodiment, the fixed end 311 of each of the plurality of bristles 3 is mounted within a corresponding receptacle from the plurality of bristle receptacles 22. Accordingly, each bristle 3is retained in a desired orientation independently of the remaining plurality of bristles 3.

Referring to FIG. 2 and FIG. 5, each of the plurality of bristles 3 are shaped to facilitate performing the cleaning operation. Preferably each of the plurality of bristles 3 further comprises a frayed tip 32 and an external lamination 34. The frayed tip 32 is connected to the fixed end 311 of the bristle body 31 so that the user is able to perform a deep clean of the surface during the cleaning operation. The exterior lamination is superimposed onto the bristle body 31. Thus, preventing the bristle body 31 from being damaged due to exposure to water and other chemicals. Preferably, the plurality of bristles 3 flares outward from the base 2 so that the user is able to clean a wide surface area with the present invention. Additionally, the frayed tip 32 is designed to prevent scratching, or marring, the surface being cleaned during the cleaning operation. In a supplemental embodiment, the plurality of bristles is substantially straight when extending from the base.

Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as hereinafter claimed. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A brush comprising: a handle; a base; a plurality of bristles; each of the plurality of bristles comprising a bristle body and a reinforcement insert; the handle being mounted adjacent to the base; a fixed end of the bristle body being mounted adjacent to the base, opposite to the handle; the reinforcement insert being integrated into the bristle body; and the reinforcement insert being oriented along a longitudinal axis of the bristle body.
 2. The brush as claimed in claim 1 comprising: the handle comprising an arched support; and the base being connected in between a first end and a second end of the arched support.
 3. The brush as claimed in claim 2 comprising: the handle further comprising a plurality of ridges; the plurality of ridges being laterally connected to the arched support; and the plurality of ridges being positioned in between the arched support and the base.
 4. The brush as claimed in claim 1 comprising: a textured liner; and the textured liner being superimposed onto the handle.
 5. The brush as claimed in claim 1 comprising: the base comprising a contoured platform and at least one bristle receptacle; the bristle receptacle normally traversing into the contoured platform; and the plurality of bristles being mounted within the bristle receptacle.
 6. The brush as claimed in claim 5 comprising: the contoured platform comprising a curved portion and a flat portion; and the curved portion being positioned adjacent to the flat portion.
 7. The brush as claimed in claim 1 comprising: each of the plurality of bristles further comprising a frayed tip; and the frayed tip being connected to a free end of the bristle body.
 8. The brush as claimed in claim 1 comprising: each of the plurality of bristles further comprising an external lamination; and the external lamination being superimposed onto the bristle body.
 9. The brush as claimed in claim 1 wherein the plurality of bristles flaring outward from the base.
 10. A brush comprising: a handle; a base; a plurality of bristles; each of the plurality of bristles comprising a bristle body and a reinforcement insert; the handle comprising an arched support; the handle being mounted adjacent to the base; a fixed end of the bristle body being mounted adjacent to the base, opposite to the handle; the reinforcement insert being integrated into the bristle body; the reinforcement insert being oriented along a longitudinal axis of the bristle body; and the base being connected in between a first end and a second end of the arched support.
 11. The brush as claimed in claim 10 comprising: the handle further comprising a plurality of ridges; the plurality of ridges being laterally connected to the arched support; and the plurality of ridges being positioned in between the arched support and the base.
 12. The brush as claimed in claim 10 comprising: a textured liner; and the textured liner being superimposed onto the handle.
 13. The brush as claimed in claim 10 comprising: the base comprising a contoured platform and at least one bristle receptacle; the bristle receptacle normally traversing into the contoured platform; and the plurality of bristles being mounted within the bristle receptacle.
 14. The brush as claimed in claim 13 comprising: the contoured platform comprising a curved portion and a flat portion; and the curved portion being positioned adjacent to the flat portion.
 15. The brush as claimed in claim 10 comprising: each of the plurality of bristles further comprising a frayed tip; and the frayed tip being connected to a free end of the bristle body.
 16. The brush as claimed in claim 10 comprising: each of the plurality of bristles further comprising an external lamination; and the external lamination being superimposed onto the bristle body.
 17. The brush as claimed in claim 10 wherein the plurality of bristles flaring outward from the base. 